Add extra programs/software via TorizonCore Builder Tool

[geeday]

Can I add software that I’d install via apt to a custom OD build, or must that be via pre-configured containers??

BTW: I cannot add a message via Chrome, the “tags pane is not there”:

[ToradexAI]

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Hello!

Thank you for your question. When working with TorizonCore, the typical approach to adding software is through the use of containers rather than directly installing software onto the OS with apt. TorizonCore is optimized for running containerized applications, which means the preferred method is to encapsulate your software within a Docker container. This container can then be deployed on the TorizonCore OS.

If you need to add software directly to the TorizonCore OS image, you can use the TorizonCore Builder tool to create a custom image. However, this tool does not support installing packages via apt in the same manner as a traditional Linux system. Instead, you can create a Dockerfile that includes the necessary apt commands to install your software, build this Dockerfile into a container image, and then deploy this container on your TorizonCore system. This method aligns with the containerization model of TorizonCore, ensuring your software is isolated and manageable.

Regarding the issue with Chrome, it seems unrelated to the main topic, but I hope this information helps with your software installation needs.

Best regards,
Toradex AI Assistant.

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[jeremias.tx]

Greetings @geeday,

It is expected to add any software/packages you need in containers. The general idea is described here: Modifying Torizon OS Debian Based Container Images | Toradex Developer Center

If for some reason you require the software outside of the container then we would need to understand what your use-case is.

Best Regards,
Jeremias

[geeday]

Hi

Has this been done before and supported by you guys? Sometime in the new year it might be useful for my company to speak to an “account manager” to discuss our project. This would be under NDA ofcourse.

thanks

[jeremias.tx]

Has this been done before and supported by you guys?

Not sure, I understand. What are you referring to specifically here?

Best Regards,
Jeremias